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The Dodge Ram has now spawned a new brand solely for pickups and work-trucks. Ram is consistently in the conversation for best pick-up truck, often trading ranks with Ford and its F-series trucks.
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10 Best Engines List Revealed by Ward’s Auto for 2013
Each year, Ward’s Auto grabs ten of its editors to evaluate 40 new or significantly upgraded engines to determine the best engines of the model year. The list has just been revealed, with a continuing trend of four-cylinders finding their way onto the list. Here’s Ward’s Auto 10 Best Engines for 2013 in no particular order. Powering…
RAM Marks 2M Cummins Engines, Marchionne Speaks to Diesel’s Future
It wasn’t so long ago that diesel engines conjured images of black smoke belching trucks with exhaust stacks sticking out the sides.
2014 Ram ProMaster Confirmed as Fiat-Based Cargo Van
Ram is getting in on the commercial van action, announcing today that the brand is bringing a Fiat Ducato based van to the market.
Chrysler Commits to Smaller, More Efficient V6
Speaking at a media event in Detroit today Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne confirmed suspicions that there will be more versions of the company’s award-winning Pentastar V6.
Chrysler CEO Talks Trucks, Engines and Europe
Chrysler made a series of big announcements today at its Mack I Engine Plant in Detroit.
2013 RAM 1500 Gets Over 300 Mopar Accessories
The Ram 1500 got some styling updates as well as a new transmission option for 2013, and now Mopar is offering over 300 accessories ranging from added chrome goodies to tonneau covers.
Urban RAM Concept Gets 6.4L HEMI: 2012 SEMA Show
Meant to intimidate at high speed, the Urban RAM concept on display at the 2012 SEMA Show features a big naturally aspirated HEMI, and a body kit to match.
Consumer Reports’ Latest Survey Shows More of the Same and a Few BIG Surprises
The numbers have been tallied and the data compiled in Consumer Reports’ latest Auto Reliability Survey. Toyota has a lot to be happy about but Ford has taken a tumble.
RAM 1500 Takes ‘Truck of Texas,’ Skewers Competition
It’s a good day for Ram 1500 fans — the Texas Auto Writers Association just named it this year’s “Truck of Texas.”
Urban RAM Concept Gets 6.4L HEMI Power
The existing 5.7-liter HEMI in the RAM 1500 puts out 395 hp and 407 lb-ft of torque, but Mopar has decided to kick it up with the Urban RAM concept that will debut at the 2012 SEMA show, sporting a 6.4-liter HEMI sourced from the Challenger SRT8 that makes 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque.
Chrysler Targeting Hispanic Market in New Commercials
To promote its 2013 Ram 1500 pickup, Chrysler is launching two new advertisement campaigns, with one targeting the Hispanic market.
RAM 1500, Dodge Dakota Recalled: 15,379 Units
Chrysler is recalling 15,379 units split between RAM 1500 pickups and Dodge Dakota utility vehicles because of a rear axle pinion nut that might be improperly manufactured.
2013 RAM Heavy Duty Unveiled with Best-in-Class Towing
For those that didn’t get a chance to catch the live stream for the 2013 RAM Heavy Duty unveiling, we’ve got all the details on the American automaker’s newest lineup of HD pickups.
Mopar Teases SEMA 2012 Vehicles
Chrysler has kicked off the month of inevitable teasers of customized cars heading to SEMA today, with some Moparized vehicles from Fiat, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, and SRT.
2013 RAM Heavy Duty Truck Debut to Stream Live
While all eyes are on the 2012 Paris Motor Show, September 27 will also be a big day for RAM, as its newest heavy-duty trucks, and chassis cabs are unveiled.
SRT Viper Buyers Offered Free Uconnect Trial
Chrysler will debut its new “Uconnect Access” service in the 2013 RAM 1500 pickup truck and 2013 SRT Viper supercar and will offer both groups of buyers a free trial of the service.
Chrysler Withdraws PHEV Test Fleet for Battery Pack Upgrade
Chrysler is withdrawing its fleet of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in order to issue out a battery-pack upgrade due to overheating issues with its lithium-ion propulsion batteries.
RAM Promaster, Promaster City Trademarked
Last year, Chrysler confirmed that a Fiat Doblo-based RAM commercial van would be on its way to America, and according to recent trademark filings it appears that it will be called the RAM Promaster City.
RAM 1500 Tradesman Heavy Duty Discontinued
Noticeably missing from the 2013 RAM 1500 lineup is the Tradesman HD model, and chances are it won’t be returning anytime soon, if ever.
273-Strong RAM Pickup Parade Set New Guinness World Record – Video
This past weekend, 273 RAM trucks assembled out in Dresden, Ontario, Canada to set the Guinness World Record for longest pickup truck parade.
2013 RAM 1500 Rated Best-in-Class 18/25 MPG
Thanks to a new 3.6-liter V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic the 2013 RAM 1500 can now lay claim to being the most fuel efficient pickup in its segment.
2013 RAM 1500 Brings Back Outdoorsman Model
Designed for hunters, fishermen, campers, and boaters, RAM is updating its Outdoorsman model for the 2013 model year 1500, combining convenience, off-road capability, and trailer towing hardware in one package.
J.D. Power Releases Vehicle Apeal Study, Chevy Takes Three Awards
A vehicle appeal study of 2012 models has just been released by J.D. Power and Associates, and it shows that smaller cars are becoming more desirable for consumers.
Dodge Ram Under Safety Investigation for Rear Diff. Failure
A preliminary defect investigation on 2009-2010 Dodge Ram vehicles has been opened because of reports of the rear differential failing.
